About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 516 N Best Street in Forest City, IA is listed for $215,000 ($157 per sqft). Built in 1959, the home offers 1,372 sqft of living space on a 0.21 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1959
  • 0.21 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 full
2-car garage
1959

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Welcome home to this inviting property designed for comfortable everyday living & space for entertaining! The front door opens to the LR, featuring a large east-facing window which fills the space w/natural light, while also offering a great view of the front yard.

A guest closet is located near the entry. The LR flows into the kitchen which offers updated cabinetry, quartz countertop, backsplash & sink. The newer SS appliances are included. Adjacent to the kitchen, the cozy FR has a gas FP for relaxing on cooler evenings, along w/a sliding door which leads to a patio w/privacy fence.

Newer waterproof laminate flooring creates continuity throughout the LR, kitchen, FR & the hall leading to the ML BRs & bath. Beautiful, original wood flooring is found in all three BRs! The ML bath has been completely remodeled, including a vanity w/granite counter, mirrors, dual sinks, a tiled T/Sh., toilet & electrical.

This sleek, modern design is sure to impress! Downstairs, a large rec room offers ample space for both TV & gaming areas. A bonus room provides flexibility for use as an office, craft room, toy room...or, a potential 4th BR. The LL also includes a 3/4 bath w/walk-in closet, a large mechanical room & a dedicated storage area complete w/shelving.

Outdoor enthusiasts & gardeners will enjoy the private patio & fenced garden area. The cut firewood is included! There's a double garage w/opener. A concrete slab, adj. to the garage approach, provides add'l off street parking.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,150/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$155
Interest$932
Insurance$63

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

516 N Best Street

Forest City, IA 50436

Property Details

Flooring

HardwoodCarpetLaminate

Construction

Frame Vinyl Siding

Parking

OpenGarage

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerWater Softener OwnedGas Water Heater

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 516 N Best Street is listed at $215,000 ($157/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,150 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1959, 0.21 acre lot, Fireplace.

This property is listed by Janet Haugen.

JH

Janet Haugen

Agent at Realty ONE Group Black Diamond

Listed by Realty ONE Group Black Diamond · Broker phone: 641-592-2665 · View on Broker Site

MLS# 6338796· Source: NoCoast MLS· 157 days on PropertySimple

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516 N Best Street, Forest City, IA 50436

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